Required for License(s):
Math & Science/Middle School Math – Initial (5-8)
High School/High School Science – Initial 8-12)
This course focuses on the curriculum and pedagogy of standards-based mathematics. Participants engage in problem-solving and representing the mathematical concepts and professional teaching standards of mathematics using a range of tools, including: graphing calculators, hands-on manipulatives, electronic probes, and internet resources.
This course includes a pre-practicum field-based experience.
Credit
This course may be taken either as part of a Licensure Program or as an individual course for PDPs. Graduate Credit through Fitchburg State University is available at additional cost; Master’s Degree and CAGS options are available. This course is included in your CES Initial Licensure tuition cost if it is required for your program. If you are a Licensure Enrollee and your account is in good standing, please indicate your status when registering for the course. This course may also be taken individually for professional development and/or license renewal.
Important Notice for License Program Enrollees: Licensure Program Enrollees must take courses in sequence.
Course Structure
The first synchronous meeting session will be held at 97 Hawley St. in Northampton (pending COVID guidance) with the remaining three via Google Meet.